Turn academic excellence into career acceleration
Join a graduate business community that combines the strength of an Ivy League education with specialized programs, industry connections and opportunities across Cornell University.
Graduate programs to fit your needs
Whether you’re a recent bachelor’s-level graduate wishing to continue your education, an emerging leader aspiring to advance your career or an established professional interested in gaining specialized skills, the SC Johnson College is likely to have a business master’s program that fits your unique goals.
Full-time programs
Study on campus alongside a diverse community of students while building knowledge, expanding your network and preparing for new career opportunities through immersive graduate education.
Part-time programs
Continue working while earning your degree through flexible programs that allow you to apply what you learn in the classroom to your professional experience.
Online programs
Learn from Cornell faculty from wherever you are and gain new skills through online programs designed to fit the demands of a busy schedule.
Find your next right step
Compare graduate programs across the SC Johnson College to find the degree, format and learning experience that will set you up for success.
Programs for every stage of your career
The SC Johnson College combines the power of three distinct schools along with multiple university partners. While each offers its own set of graduate business degrees, they are united in their mission of innovation and collaboration across industries.
Baker Program in Real Estate
The most comprehensive, versatile graduate program of its kind, the Baker Program’s MPS in Real Estate combines a robust curriculum, real-world learning and international experiences to prepare you for myriad career opportunities.
Cornell MBA
The two-year residential Master of Business Administration (MBA) offers a one-of-a-kind curriculum: a strong business core, flexible electives, immersions, cocurriculars, weekend intensives, global treks, summer internships and personalized career coaching.
Cornell-Tsinghua Finance MBA
Based in Beijing and delivered in English and Chinese (Mandarin), this part-time international finance program allows you to complete your MBA courses on the weekends.
Cornell-Peking MMH/MBA
Offered in partnership with the Guanghua School of Management at Peking University in Shanghai, this bilingual business master’s program prepares the next generation of hospitality leaders in China. You’ll graduate with two degrees — and a world of experience.
Dual-Degree MBA
Business is interdisciplinary by nature. Pursuing your MBA in tandem with another Cornell graduate degree makes for a powerful combination. Our dual-degree alumni have combined their MBA with a Juris Doctor (J.D.), Master of Industrial and Labor Relations (MILR) and other prestigious Cornell programs.
Executive MBA (EMBA)
Cornell’s Executive MBA programs allow experienced professionals to earn an MBA while continuing to work. With options in New York City, across the Americas and in healthcare leadership, students gain new skills, expand their networks and learn alongside accomplished peers.
Executive Master of Management in Hospitality (EMMH)
Designed for working professionals, this convenient and flexible master’s program will sharpen your leadership skills, broaden your industry knowledge and deepen your expertise in a chosen specialization area — without putting your career on pause.
Johnson Cornell Tech MBA
Prepare for leadership and specialized roles in today’s data-driven, digital-first marketplace with the accelerated Johnson Cornell Tech MBA. In about a year, you’ll gain a solid foundation in business fundamentals — and gain practical experience through interdisciplinary studio courses and projects.
Johnson Cornell Tech Dual-Campus Track
The Johnson Cornell Tech Dual-Campus Track combines elements of the two-year residential MBA program and the Johnson Cornell Tech MBA program. Students spend one year in Ithaca, NY, complete a tech-focused summer internship and then have a year of interdisciplinary instruction in New York City.
Master of Management in Hospitality (MMH)
Hospitality is a hands-on field, and the MMH degree was built with that in mind. In addition to a cutting-edge curriculum, the program provides high-value industry experience through an internship, consulting projects, lectures and conferences.
Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Applied Economics and Management
In this one-year, STEM-designated program, you’ll hone technical skills, solve real-world problems and gain specialized knowledge in one of six industry-focused concentrations. Students enrolled in the MPS in AEM program also have the opportunity to pursue the CEMS Master in International Management (MIM).
MPS in Management
Ideal for students with an undergraduate degree in an area other than business, this flexible 10-month program offers a rigorous business core, specialized electives and practical learning experiences.
MPS in Management — Accounting Specialization
This STEM-designated, accelerated graduate program prepares you not only for the CPA exam, but also for high-level roles in public accounting, financial services, real estate and consulting, among other accounting careers.
M.S. in Hotel Administration
If you’re looking to teach at the university level or embark on groundbreaking industry research, earning an M.S. in hospitality management can help you succeed in academia.
M.S. in Applied Economics and Management
Our two-year residential program is ideal for business-minded students pursuing careers in research, consulting and academia. Students research issues such as poverty alleviation, environmental sustainability and agribusiness. The M.S. in AEM is also excellent preparation for continued study at the doctoral level.
M.S. in Business Analytics (MSBA)
Translating data into meaningful, actionable insights is a sought-after skill that can lead to lucrative careers in a wide range of industries including finance, management consulting, manufacturing, healthcare and tech. This STEM-designated MSBA program gives you these practical, in-demand skills.
Ph.D. in Applied Economics and Management
The Ph.D. in Applied Economics and Management (AEM) prepares students for research and teaching careers through a fully funded, STEM-designated program that combines rigorous training in economics and management with faculty mentorship and interdisciplinary research opportunities.
Ph.D. in Hotel Administration
The Ph.D. in Hotel Administration prepares future faculty and researchers through a fully funded, research-focused program that combines advanced business disciplines with hospitality expertise, interdisciplinary collaboration and close faculty mentorship.
Ph.D. in Management
The Ph.D. in Management prepares future scholars for careers in research and university teaching through a fully funded, customizable program that combines rigorous training, interdisciplinary collaboration and close faculty mentorship across six areas of study.
Investing in yourself
A graduate degree is a significant investment, and the SC Johnson College offers a range of resources to help make it more accessible. Explore scholarships, fellowships, grants, assistantships, employer-sponsored benefits and financial aid options that can help support your education and professional goals.
Where a Cornell business education can take you
Graduate students build connections, gain industry knowledge and receive career support that helps them pursue new opportunities and advance their professional goals. The results below highlight just a sampling of the outcomes achieved by graduates across the college.
$175,000
median base salary for the two-year Cornell MBA
Class of 2025
92%
of MMH graduates received job offers within six months
Class of 2025
41%
of MBA graduates entered financial services
Class of 2025
Meet recent students
“The [Nolan School] always sends us students who are engaged, excited and equipped for a successful career in hospitality. These students communicate their passions and aspirations well in interviews, and prove themselves quickly when they join the organization. They are brilliant and contribute to innovation, efficiency and taking our service to the next level.”
Tuesday Baptiste, MMH ’15
Regional Director of People & Culture at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
“The Johnson Graduate School of Management is well known for their robust offering of Leadership courses. But what I found even more impressive, was how interwoven Leadership development is throughout the entire curriculum! The Johnson Leadership Fellows Program is a great example. From followership, to peer-leadership, to team coaching; being a JLF is a dynamic Leadership opportunity, and was a highlight of my MBA experience!”
Robert Reed, MBA ’23
Marketing Manager (MLDP) at DePuy Synthes
“One of my favorite aspects of the Ph.D. in Applied Economics and Management program was the abundance of seminars and the regular hosting of conferences. The wide range of seminars and the frequency of conferences created an intellectually stimulating environment and facilitated thought-provoking discussions with experts and peers.”
Natasha Jha, Ph.D. ’23
Assistant Professor at Centre for Advanced Financial Research and Learning (CAFRAL)
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Start your graduate journey
Join a community of students who are advancing their careers across the business industry. Take the next step toward your graduate degree and discover the opportunities that await at the SC Johnson College.